Leroy vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leroy

Boy #864 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the king"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

French African American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#864
Total SSA Count
278
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Roy, Lee

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Mia

Girl #5 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mine, beloved"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Italian Scandinavian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
12,113
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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Popularity Comparison

Leroy Rank #864
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #864 for Leroy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leroy ___

  • Leroy James
  • Leroy Wayne
  • Leroy Ray
  • Leroy Eugene
  • Leroy Dale
  • Leroy Curtis

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Leroy

Delroy Elroy Curtis Eugene Loretta

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leroy or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Leroy at #864 in the United States.

What do Leroy and Mia mean?

Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Leroy and Mia boy or girl names?

Leroy is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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